CVE-2020-21816: Buffer Overflow

Published May 17, 2021
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Updated

A heab based buffer overflow issue exists in GNU LibreDWG 0.10.2641 via htmlescape ../../programs/escape.c:46.

Affected Software

1 affected component
GNU LibreDWG=0.10.2641

Event History

May 17, 2021
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:41 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:41 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:15 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID for this issue in GNU LibreDWG?

The vulnerability ID for this issue in GNU LibreDWG is CVE-2020-21816.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2020-21816?

The severity of CVE-2020-21816 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

3

What is the affected software for CVE-2020-21816?

The affected software for CVE-2020-21816 is GNU LibreDWG version 0.10.2641.

4

How can I fix the CVE-2020-21816 vulnerability in GNU LibreDWG?

To fix the CVE-2020-21816 vulnerability in GNU LibreDWG, update to the latest version of the software.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-21816?

You can find more information about CVE-2020-21816 on the GNU website and the GitHub issue page.

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